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Certification
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Charissa Hughes

Montreal,QC

Summary

Versatile and adaptable professional with experience across digital marketing, manual labor, retail, fast food, and restaurant industries. Proven ability to quickly learn and excel in diverse work environments, seamlessly transitioning between roles while maintaining efficiency and professionalism. Skilled in social media management, content creation, branding, and website optimization, with hands-on experience managing Instagram, Facebook, and WordPress. Bilingual in English and French, with a strong foundation in marketing strategy, consumer behavior, and market research.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Digital Marketing Intern

Northern Strength Academy
02.2024 - Current
  • Created all social media content (Instagram, Facebook), including graphics, videos, reels, and captions to promote NSA's training programs and community.
  • Edited and designed all content using Canva , ensuring a professional and engaging brand presence.
  • Managed social media strategy , scheduling posts, engaging with the audience, and analyzing content performance.
  • Designed all marketing materials , including posters, promotional graphics, and in-gym signage.
  • Edited and produced all video content , including athlete features, reels, and training clips.
  • Developed a marketing plan to align with NSA's goal of becoming a leader in sports science and consulting.
  • Updated and optimized NSA's website using WordPress , ensuring a professional layout and clear communication of services.
  • Assisting in an ongoing blog posts for SEO optimization , improving organic search visibility and aligning with NSA's branding.

Student Worker (Dishwasher)

Bishop Mountain Hall, McGill University
10.2024 - Current
    • Responsible for washing dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment in a high-volume dining hall.
    • Maintained a clean and sanitary work environment, following health and safety regulations.
    • Worked efficiently in a fast-paced team setting, ensuring smooth kitchen operations.

Team Leader

PISCINES BLEU-MARIN POOLS
06.2020 - 08.2024
  • Led a pool services and repairs team, managing tasks from liner replacements to installations
  • Provided on-the-go administrative support, coordinating schedules and ensuring customer satisfaction.

Cashier & Sales Support

Nike Eaton Center
09.2022 - 04.2023
  • Delivered a seamless customer experience, assisting in sales, transactions, and product recommendations.
  • Efficiently transitioned between roles to support store operations during peak periods.

Team Leader

A&W
05.2018 - 04.2022
  • Supervised cashier teams, provided training, and ensured high levels of customer service.
  • Managed cash handling, register operations, and kitchen support as needed.

Volunteer

Jesus Is Lord Church
01.2015 - 08.2022
  • Developed and taught Sunday School lessons, organizing interactive learning through music and activities.

Assistant

ABC Fun Loving Daycare
01.2015 - 12.2019
  • Assisted daycare provider with childcare tasks, including diaper changes, crafts, cooking, and overall supervision of children

Education

Bachelor of Commerce - Marketing

Mcgill University
Montreal, QC
12-2025

Bachelor of Science - Financial Mathematics

Toronto Metropolitan University
Toronto, ON

DEC - Science

Cégep Heritage College
Gatineau, QC
05.2022

Skills

  • Social Media Management (Instagram, Facebook)
  • Content Creation & Editing (Canva, video editing)
  • Copywriting & Branding (captions, marketing materials)
  • Website Management (WordPress)
  • Market Research (consumer insights, competitive analysis)
  • Bilingual Communication (English, French)

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working

Certification

Course on Research Ethics (TCPS 2: CORE 2022) – Successfully completed training on ethical conduct for research involving humans, based on the Tri-Council Policy Statement.

Timeline

Student Worker (Dishwasher)

Bishop Mountain Hall, McGill University
10.2024 - Current

Digital Marketing Intern

Northern Strength Academy
02.2024 - Current

Cashier & Sales Support

Nike Eaton Center
09.2022 - 04.2023

Team Leader

PISCINES BLEU-MARIN POOLS
06.2020 - 08.2024

Team Leader

A&W
05.2018 - 04.2022

Volunteer

Jesus Is Lord Church
01.2015 - 08.2022

Assistant

ABC Fun Loving Daycare
01.2015 - 12.2019

Bachelor of Commerce - Marketing

Mcgill University

Bachelor of Science - Financial Mathematics

Toronto Metropolitan University

DEC - Science

Cégep Heritage College
Charissa Hughes